Clarke Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationklark / /klɑrk/English; Irish
Meaning
English: clerk; Irish: descendant of the cleric
Historical & Cultural Background
In English tradition, Clarke is derived from the word 'clerk', referring to a person educated in reading and writing. In Irish culture, it signifies lineage, often associated with clerics or religious figures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Clark
- Clarke
International Variants
- Clara (Spanish)
- Clare (English)
Famous people named Clarke
Clarke Gable — actor.
Clarke Peters — actor.
Fictional characters named Clarke
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Clarke was first seen in the United States in 1991. Clarke has ranked as high as #1211 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, North Carolina, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Clarke has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Clarke (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 95 |
| 2018 | 92 |
| 2019 | 115 |
| 2020 | 142 |
| 2021 | 152 |
| 2022 | 139 |
| 2023 | 132 |
| 2024 | 107 |